Thrust
Directional force and multi-unit allocation.
Temporary DP and station keeping
Positioning capability that mobilises with the project.
Deploy modular electric thrust on a compatible barge or floating asset for a defined construction, dredging, offshore or transhipment scope.
Project deployment
A configurable alternative to permanent conversion.
Portable positioning combines one or more Towbot units with application-specific power, reference sensors, control logic and operator interfaces.
- Marine construction and dredging
- Jack-up and work-barge support
- Transhipment and temporary terminals
- Offshore campaign mobilisation
- Redundancy through coordinated multiple units
Important distinction
"Portable DP" describes the intended positioning function. The required redundancy, reference systems, environmental envelope, class notation and assurance level must be defined for each project. A Towbot configuration is not automatically a class-approved DP system.
System scope
More than the thruster.
A credible portable positioning package integrates propulsion, energy, position references, control, communications, procedures and the host asset.
Reference
Position, heading and environmental inputs.
Control
Operator HMI, assisted modes and overrides.
Assurance
Risk assessment, testing and approval basis.
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Scope a portable positioning package.
Tell us about the project location, positioning task, environmental conditions and expected deployment period.
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